Platysepalum chevalieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chevalieri
ID:
201668
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Bot. France8: 15 (1907)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200997
Common Names
- Platysepalum chevalieri
- Chevalier's Platysepalum
- Chevalier's Platysepalum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platysepalum chevalieri (also called 'Chevalier's Platysepalum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and is covered with short, stiff hairs. It is found in dry, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Platysepalum chevalieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Platysepalum chevalieri var. aureum HaumanPlatysepalum chevalieri var. chevalieri
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platysepalum chevalieri is a small, yellow, ball-shaped flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened pod. The seedlings are slender with small, round leaves.
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Platysepalum chevalieri is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively easy to care for and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Platysepalum chevalieri
Platysepalum chevalieri is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Platysepalum chevalieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platysepalum chevalieri?
Platysepalum chevalieri
Where does Platysepalum chevalieri grow?
Platysepalum chevalieri is native to tropical Africa.
What is the growth rate of Platysepalum chevalieri?
Platysepalum chevalieri has a slow to moderate growth rate.
Species in the Platysepalum genus
Platysepalum chevalieri, Platysepalum chrysophyllum, Platysepalum ferrugineum, Platysepalum hirsutum, Platysepalum hypoleucum, Platysepalum inopinatum, Platysepalum poggei, Platysepalum pulchrum, Platysepalum scaberulum, Platysepalum vanderystii, Platysepalum violaceum, Platysepalum bambidiense, Platysepalum cuspidatum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Platysepalum chevalieri Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.